Mechanical Engineering in RoboticsLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: R504TL172
Credits
5 op
Objective
The student:
- knows the transmission methods in a robot and is able to apply them in practice
- knows the basics of hydraulics and pneumatics and their application in robotics
- knows the most important machine parts (eg. clutches, transmission methods, bearings, shaft/hub connections, fastening accessories)
- is familiar with the main aspects of robot material selection
Student understands demands of energy efficiency and sustainability as a part of cyber-physical systems. The student understands the ethical problems related to robotics.
Content
- Power transmission
- Basics of hydraulics and pneumatics
- Machine parts
- Materials in robotics
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows the basic concepts of transmission and hydraulics and pneumatics. The student can to identify the most important machine parts and is able to search for information on the topic. The student understands the implications of material choices in robot design phase.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows the basic concepts of transmission and hydraulics and pneumatics and is able to apply them in non-complex robots. The student can identify the most important machine parts and is able to search for information on the topic as well as choose appropriate components and materials for robots.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student knows the basic concepts of hydraulics and pneumatics and is able to apply them in complex robots. The student is able to design the essential mechanical solutions to a robot and choose the most appropriate components and materials.
Enrollment
01.10.2024 - 19.01.2025
Timing
20.01.2025 - 21.03.2025
Credits
5 op
Virtual proportion (cr)
1 op
Mode of delivery
80 % Contact teaching, 20 % Distance learning
Unit
Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 20
Teachers
- Ari Afflekt
Responsible person
Ari Afflekt
Student groups
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R54T22SBachelor of Engineering, Information Technology (full time day studies), autumn 2022
Objective
The student:
- knows the transmission methods in a robot and is able to apply them in practice
- knows the basics of hydraulics and pneumatics and their application in robotics
- knows the most important machine parts (eg. clutches, transmission methods, bearings, shaft/hub connections, fastening accessories)
- is familiar with the main aspects of robot material selection
Student understands demands of energy efficiency and sustainability as a part of cyber-physical systems. The student understands the ethical problems related to robotics.
Content
- Power transmission
- Basics of hydraulics and pneumatics
- Machine parts
- Materials in robotics
Location and time
Once a week six times during following weeks year 2025:
4, 6, 7, 9, 11 and 12
6 lecture hours per time/week between 9:00 - 14:30
Either on Monday or Friday.
Materials
Material is provided from Moodle Learning Management System.
Teaching methods
Face to face lectures
Independent and group work
Exercises on campus.
Exam
Exam schedules
Exam is during week 12 (2025)
Re-exam times will be announced in Moodle LMS.
Evaluation scale
H-5
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student knows the basic concepts of transmission and hydraulics and pneumatics. The student can to identify the most important machine parts and is able to search for information on the topic. The student understands the implications of material choices in robot design phase.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student knows the basic concepts of transmission and hydraulics and pneumatics and is able to apply them in non-complex robots. The student can identify the most important machine parts and is able to search for information on the topic as well as choose appropriate components and materials for robots.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student knows the basic concepts of hydraulics and pneumatics and is able to apply them in complex robots. The student is able to design the essential mechanical solutions to a robot and choose the most appropriate components and materials.
Assessment methods and criteria
Learning tasks / laboratories 50% of the grade, i.e. 50 points.
Exam (50% or 50 points). There will also be questions in the exam about to the learning tasks/laboratories.
0-49 points - rejected
50-59 points = 1/5
60-69 points = 2/5
70-79 points = 3/5
80-89 points = 4/5
90-100 points = 5/5